As Canada and China recalibrate their economic models
to achieve more sustainable growth, both need to respond to the challenge of
developing the requisite technical and scientific capabilities. Underlying the
increasing pressure for new models of TVET provision are also the rapid pace of
technological change, demand for a workforce more responsive to evolving marketplace
needs and calls for lifelong learning.

Jointly organized by CEAIE and Colleges and Institutes
Canada (CICan), this Forum will highlight trends and prospects in technical and
vocational education and applied research in Canada and China, with particular
reference to achieving the greening of the economy. It will also showcase best
practices in existing cooperation between Chinese and Canadian vocational
education institutions and discuss opportunities for further collaboration.